The morning Hurricane Milton passed, boaters who could still access their vessels raced to get back out on the water for one reason and one reason only: to find out if Midnight Pass had reopened. The hoots and hollers shared between kayakers, boaters and jet skiers in Sarasota Bay quickly revealed the answer.

VENICE, Fla. (WFLA) — Hurricane Milton left its mark on the City of Venice. The storm brought powerful winds and storm surge to the area, leaving behind a mess along the coast. Couple who moved to Manatee County heartbroken after Milton ruins their ‘happily ever after’

President Joe Biden made remarks in St. Pete Beach, Fla., while surveying storm damage caused by Hurricane Helene and Milton. Biden announced over $600 million in recovery for the states affected by the hurricanes.